Glenn Hasek
Starwood’s Element Hotels Launches Annual Eco-Travel Index
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.—Tough times may be turning road warriors into eco-warriors. The faltering economy—not the fragile environment—is the biggest motivator for frequent travelers who...
New Energy Star Specifications for Commercial Griddles, Ovens Announced
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is announcing new requirements for commercial griddles and ovens to earn the Energy Star label that will help...
MTS Seating, True Textiles Partner to Divert Waste
TEMPERANCE, MICH.—MTS Seating and True Textiles teamed up recently to divert nearly two tons of waste from the landfill during a re-upholstery project at...
Mintek Unveils New Website, Introduces Transcendent
DUNEDIN, FLA.—Mintek Mobile Data Solutions, a leading provider of automated asset management and preventive maintenance (PM) systems, has unveiled its new website at www.mintek.com....
Recent Tax Incentives Encourage Another Look at Sustainability
With increased expectations from customers, attention from the media, and regulatory scrutiny, sustainability has made its way to the forefront of the hospitality industry....
Fairmont’s ‘Green Sheets’ Program Created for Meeting Planners
TORONTO—Launching across Fairmont Hotels & Resorts’ 56 properties, meeting planners can now easily identify on-site environmental initiatives through Green Sheets. These pages provide quick...
One Traveler’s Trash is Another’s Chic Eco-tote at Outrigger Waikiki
HONOLULU, OAHU, HAWAII—You’ve spent several glorious days playing in Hawaii and as you pack up to go home, you’re wondering: What to do...
Post Ranch Inn Finds Ideal Payment Model for New Solar Installation
“In 15 years I will own the system free and clear. That is when I will really rake in the cash. Long term, it...
Coverings ETC’s Bio-Glass Earns Cradle to Cradle Certification
MIAMI—Cradle to Cradle, the highly regarded design paradigm that qualifies products by their eco-effectiveness, has bestowed Bio-Glass with its Silver Certification. “Coverings ETC has...
BiWay Products Introduces Loo Loo Toilet Paper Saver
SURREY, B.C.— Biway Products, based in Surrey, B.C., has introduced the Loo Loo. This patented product was designed to decrease the excessive waste of...